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We have reached the final chapter of my Dexter countdown! What better way to celebrate the 15 year journey of everybody’s favorite Serial Killer, Dexter Morgan, than with a look back at his most memorable kills? For me, these are the “moments” that define the character and make his story so wickedly compelling for the audience.
These last five choices in particular resonate with me the most because they paint the most vivid picture of who Dexter is and speak to the undeniable truth that has been plain-as-day since the pilot aired in 2006: That despite his strong desire to be human and to live a “normal” life, it simply cannot happen. Even the most human experiences and concepts (grief, friendship, purpose, etc) are irrevocably tainted by the demon that has followed him since childhood. Let’s take a look…
With part 3, I am delving into the my top 5. If you missed part 2, you can find it here. Of course, this article contains SPOILERS for all 9 seasons of Dexter so proceed with caution if you haven’t watched the show or are not 100% caught up. Let’s get started: