Dexter Analysis Seasons 1-8: Why The Ending Was Great

/ mrculturevulture
Unlike the more cinematic shows of the Golden Era like The Sopranos and Deadwood, Dexter was truly made for TV with its tune-in-next-week suspense, cheap sets, and abundance of two-dimensional supporting characters. Not that that was a bad thing. It made for a show that was delightfully light-minded considering its subject matter, and simply fun as hell to watch.
That's not to say that there wasn't depth. In this analysis, we'll pick out the weighty theme of the series and show how Dexter's slow and subtle disintegration says something definitive about human ethics. In the process, we'll prove that despite its unpopularity, the ending was meaningful and perfectly natural within the framework of the show.

[@Gigibaby88]

Very interesting video on one of my favorite shows of all time. I think it's worth noting though that Dex doesn't dispose of Deb's body in the *exact* same way as his other kills though. He wraps her in the white bedsheet instead of using black garbage bags, symbolizing her innocence and goodness. I thought that was a beautiful touch.

[@mr.culturevulture7419]

That's true! I never noticed the difference. It's as if he's saying, "Yes, she's one of my victims but this time, I killed a real person."

[@SwainBjornstrandt]

Ηey happy new year man!!! Good to have you on my feed again!!

[@illidanstormrage9149]

Ayyyyyy. Return of the king :)

[@Declan2013]

I really like your analysis and overall interpretation of the ending. Although, I'm curious what exactly makes you presume he ultimately abandons the code?

[@shaww8721]

great video

[@donwanderley7156]

The reboot is superior to seasons 5-8.

[@Guyvermectin]

Not even close lmao

[@AGuySomewhere]

What reboot?

[@FlexDonovan]

Love it!

[@enthymeme4856]

Nice

[@dwayneasher6765]

I love the video