Born Free

This episode dissapointed me, I did not enjoy how rudy betrayed deborah. Dexter had limited facial expressions for too much of the spisode. Brian is not a good villain for season 1 and the development he causes for dexter should not have been placed so early in the show. Overall, this episode does not serve its purpose as a series finale, falling flat on its face.

The season finale Born Free takes the intensity of Dexter to new heights, offering a raw and emotionally charged conclusion. Dexter's journey, both as a man and as a vigilante, reaches a critical turning point. With his dark secrets and double life on the verge of unraveling, Dexter is forced to confront the consequences of his actions in a way that's never felt more urgent. The episode is full of high-stakes drama, where every decision feels like it could lead to Dexter's downfall or redemption. What makes Born Free so remarkable is its ability to blend Dexter's personal growth with the psychological tension that defines the series. The finale is unpredictable, intense, and leaves a lasting emotional impact that perfectly captures the essence of Dexter's moral ambiguity. It's a powerful and unforgettable conclusion that sets the tone for the seasons to follow.

Just watch until the end and be patient, don't search up anything online and let the story play out. 10/10 twist. The music was played at right moments and throughout the whole show, the main music of suspense is rarely played. The ending was so good, and honestly the story writing is what will leave you in awe. Trying my best not to spoil anything major here but this episode is where dexter shows a side of himself that we thought we would never see. A lot of the story is explained in this episode and I think there is rarely any missing puzzle pieces in my opinion. Definitely in my top 10 episodes.

Firstly Dexter is an examination of the human condition using a morally disjointed protagonist.

The Sopranos deals with this theme in much greater depth and detail. Dexter doesn't hold a candle to it.

The ice-truck killer was everything I expected and more. I was somewhat disappointed in the unveiling of said individual, and the way the story unfolded after the revelation.

The way the ice-truck killer impacted and conflicted Dexter was excellent - just as any good villain should - but the episodes didn't examine these psychological conflicts the way I thought they should have.

Dexter took it's time revealing and unfolding the story of the ice-truck killer, but the moral conflicts of Dexter were dealt with quickly (that's not to say his moral conflicts are resolved) and could have used longer study time.

The show has somewhat worked as a plot-driven character study. But I want less plot and more character.

I have disliked the narration in Dexter except for a few comedic lines. So much of the narration is repeated information in the form of something much easier to understand.

Naturally the nature and plot of this show will generate fan-boy praise. I just hope people never see this show as something as good or better than The Sopranos. But, hey - it's only the first season.

One of the best episodes I've ever seen.nn. Mmmmmmnkjjjjjj.