Deliciously Devious

Dexter (Season’s  1,2,3,4,5)

U.N.Owen’s Rating : 3.6/5

Dexter your favorite serial killer is back for another season (6^th season) & fans are hopeful of a better season. Including me! Let me recap a bit..

Season 1 introduced us to Dexter the “blood splatter guy” , his dirty-mouthed sister Deb, and several cop friends including Angel Batista, Maria LaGuerta & Vince Masuka. However, underneath the innocent visage lurks a deadly killer waiting to pounce on his next victim.. ..mostly serial killers. Dexter is the resident Robin Hood minus the “stealing from the poor” part. Season 1 covers the killings of the Ice-Truck killer who happens to  have a link between Dexter & his sister. No spoilers but season 1 is worth the watch (3.9/5)

In Season 2, one of Dexter’s cop friends suspects him of all the killings & gets closer to foiling his plans. Meanwhile, Dexter & Rita get closer & more attached. Overall, a bit of a downer compared to Season 1 & its thrilling finale. (3.0/5)

In Season 3, a new character enters & befriends Dexter. They bond  & their friendship grows. But to what extent can Dexter  trust his new “partner”? Deb as usual has boyfriend issues & is perennially crying. The “Skinner” is torturing his victims, taking a bit of their skin. Also giving clues to Dexter. I found this to be the worst season! (2.9/5)

Season 4 started slow but was very interesting keeping my attention. Lithgow has portrayed his character with a great amount of conviction. Deb’s life is at risk & Dexter wants revenge. Dexter shuffles his work, his “other work” & managing a family (having married Rita with a 3^rd baby on the way).The finale is truly gripping. The best season apart from season 1. (4.5/5)

Julia Stiles plays a victim of abuse & torture who witnesses one of Dexter’s crime. While initially suspicious, she realizes his true intentions. She needs his help to extract her revenge on those who abused her. Can Dexter help her without getting caught? Will she be a liability to his “work”? Like I said, I don’t want to spoil anything for you guys, so check it out.  Season 5 is ok, step back from the 4^th. (3.5/5)

Verdict: If you like “anti-hero” concepts, this one is for you, with a gory twist here & there. The acting is good for most parts. Hoping the next season will be like Season 4. Watch it!!!