Dexter Review

Who would have thought you could like a serial killer?

'Dexter' has some of the best writing and character development to come along in a long time. The characters on the show are fleshed out and you grow to know them all.

Dexter is the main attraction, though. Dexter works for the police department as a blood splatter expert and Dexter kills murderers. Dexter kills many murderers, making him a serial killer that the police are desperate to catch. He has strict criteria for his victims to meet before they can become victims. Dexter is an extremely likeable character, despite his gruesome hobby. The audience finds itself pulling for Dexter to outwit everyone and not be caught. Dexter is a serial killer with a well developed sense of humor. Some of the best scenes are those told through Dexter's thoughts.

The plot is also helped along through flashbacks to Dexter's childhood. As Dexter discovers what drives him, so do we. Trained by his police officer father, Dexter has become a cautious, careful, psychopathic serial killer. Each week provides new clues into Dexter's psychological makeup and the events that made him what he is today.

Witty, engrossing, and entertaining, 'Dexter' is enthralling. Each episode leaves you wanting to know more.