In recent years the caliber of television programs being produced has been superb. Showtime and HBO have been leading the charge, releasing one ground breaking program after another.
Dexter is a great example of what a great television show should be. With it's well written characters to it's riveting plot lines. The problem with most television shows these days is the comfortability that the writers have with sticking to the same old tired formulaic plot lines that vary only ever so slightly from episode to episode and season to season. The writers and producers of Dexter have so many diverse side plot and sub plots on top of the main focus of the show that every time you view a season or even a singular episode for a second or third time you pick up on these that you may have missed before. It's amazing how different each season of Dexter is and yet it still is able to keep a cohesive story line and flows throughout the whole series.
Unlike other long running shows, the actions that occurred in the first season are never forgotten and certain often brought back up and occasionally consequences still linger from past transgressions. No one, not even the main character Dexter, is exempt from answering for his actions.
Another shining quality of this show is the dialogue. All shows have required dialogue that is needed to push the plot from beginning to finish, but its the way in which that dialogue is written and delivered that can make the difference between a good show and a bad show. The way the dialogue is written for each character individually and not just slapped together to get it done.
Michael C. Hall has created a cult icon with his portrayal of Dexter Morgan. However the supporting cast is just as crucial to the success of this show. Most of the recurring cast has created memorable characters from their portrayal. Along with the regular cast, Dexter has had a number guest stars such as John Lithgow, Mos, Colin Hanks, Ray Stevenson and Johnny Lee Miller.
I've started to cut down on what shows I watch, a lot of shows have fallen off that list in recent years. I started watching Dexter after season one came out and haven't stopped since. If your looking for a great show to watch, this is it.
Dexter is a great example of what a great television show should be. With it's well written characters to it's riveting plot lines. The problem with most television shows these days is the comfortability that the writers have with sticking to the same old tired formulaic plot lines that vary only ever so slightly from episode to episode and season to season. The writers and producers of Dexter have so many diverse side plot and sub plots on top of the main focus of the show that every time you view a season or even a singular episode for a second or third time you pick up on these that you may have missed before. It's amazing how different each season of Dexter is and yet it still is able to keep a cohesive story line and flows throughout the whole series.
Unlike other long running shows, the actions that occurred in the first season are never forgotten and certain often brought back up and occasionally consequences still linger from past transgressions. No one, not even the main character Dexter, is exempt from answering for his actions.
Another shining quality of this show is the dialogue. All shows have required dialogue that is needed to push the plot from beginning to finish, but its the way in which that dialogue is written and delivered that can make the difference between a good show and a bad show. The way the dialogue is written for each character individually and not just slapped together to get it done.
Michael C. Hall has created a cult icon with his portrayal of Dexter Morgan. However the supporting cast is just as crucial to the success of this show. Most of the recurring cast has created memorable characters from their portrayal. Along with the regular cast, Dexter has had a number guest stars such as John Lithgow, Mos, Colin Hanks, Ray Stevenson and Johnny Lee Miller.
I've started to cut down on what shows I watch, a lot of shows have fallen off that list in recent years. I started watching Dexter after season one came out and haven't stopped since. If your looking for a great show to watch, this is it.