32/11
Narrative
He’s smart
He’s kind. He’s Dexter Morgan, America’s favorite serial killer, who spends his days solving crimes and his nights committing them. During season 8, Angel Batista wasn’t always played by David Zayas.
Dexter Morgan: I lived in darkness for a long time
His son, David Zayas Jr., fills in for his father in some shots, as the two look remarkably alike. Dexter, who is seen throughout the first season, has a large scar on his left side. Later, in season 2, the scar moved to his right side, leaving his left side unmarked…
Featured at the 64th Annual Golden Globe Awards (2007)
Over the years, my eyes adjusted until the darkness became my world, and I could see… Main Theme Written by Rolfe Kent Performed by Rolfe Kent. Dexter, a forensics expert by day, a serial killer with a touch of vigilantism by night.
Dexter creates a believable and very detailed portrait of, let’s say, a troubled sociopath
One of my favorite parts of the show is the emotions that normal people display, thus forcing Dexter to imitate them. Good laughs when Dexter’s feigned emotions become real and he is scared out of his mind, as in his relationship with his "girlfriend" Rita, a mother of two and the victim of her abusive ex-boyfriend. I also liked Jennifer Carpenter’s acting as Dexter’s sister Debra, who adds a nice touch of color to the show without falling into clichés.
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