Dexter Discussion Thread *Spoilers*

[CelticPredator]

I think he likes the idea of Lumin being his right hand lady...but just knows it'll end in disaster. But still hopes it wont.

 

[Seditionary]

I think he sees the potential of connecting with her on a level that he's never connected with anyone before. He went as far with Rita as he could without telling her the truth about what he is. Everyone who has seen him as a killer didn't fully understand him...miguel or liela/lola/whateverherfriggennamewas... they just kind of attached themselves to their idea of who and what he was. also no one witnesses his true nature without becoming a victim to it in some way.

lumen is sorta like rita in the way that she is damaged. and shes sort of like dexter as she is becoming filled with the need to eliminate evil.

Also, I think the code has changed...he broke the dentists' neck without thinking back on it. but he was just a rapist...not the "finisher." He's more concerned with helping her then he is with fulfilling his needs and he doesn't seem to be thinking about anything but that.

 

[cokebabies]

Exactly, Lila and Miguel almost saw who Dexter is, but it was still their skewed view on it. Lumen has come the closest to seeing the total picture without (as far as we know) putting her own bizarre personal spin on what he is.

I'm also glad they've shifted a lot of Dexter's family life away, to avoid it becoming Mr. Mom with killings. But I think they've actually done that TOO much. Almost all of Dexter's family side is now just coming home to relieve the babysitter, pick up Harrison, and that's it.

 

[Seditionary]

My guess is that things might start to bloom with lumen and astor and cody might come back.

I dont really think lumen as a love interest is that horrible of a thing. I don't think he sees her as a replacement...no one could be and he knows that. Maybe it took a horrible tragedy for both of them to find someone that understands them. maybe dexter will catch a break.

 

[cokebabies]

I haven't liked Lumen much of a character so far. Her character has led to a pretty decent storyline, but the character itself hasn't grabbed me.

I'm wondering if between Lumen, Quinn, and Quinn's PI, if one of those won't be alive at the end of the season.

 

[die]

I think the characters from Season to Season are intended to build upon failed relationships that ultimately lead Dexter to self-discovery.

-Debra is his sister and he cares about what she thinks of him, but he can not be honest with her because of that fact. He had Brian come back into his life and he wanted to bond with but couldn't once he saw how clearly the code divided them. Then, he had Miguel who he deperately wanted to fill that role. They got closer to what Dexter wanted from a sibling than he could with Brian but they were both lying to each other and ultimately suffered the same fate as Brian.

-During last season, near the end where Dexter and Rita had that conversation in the car, I think that was the first real step to Dexter feeling at ease with Rita and the possibility of her eventually accepting who he really is. Of course things ended for Rita before that could happen and now we have Lumen, who is damaged just like Rita was, but she knows he kills. I think this is why he is so open at revealing himself to her, because it's almost like closure for his issues with Rita.

-Now we have Quinn, who's basically taking over where Doakes left off. He suspects Dexter and is hot on his trail, but the difference here is that emotions are involved due to his relationship with Debra. Also, we see Quinn doing some shady/illegal things....the real question is, with all the things involved, if Quinn found out who Dexter really was, would he turn him in? Would Quinn see the vigilante justice as needed and turn a blind eye? would he be a "good cop" afterall and take Dexter down/arrest him? or would it be his greed and ego that takes over and he try to blackmail Dexter or simply look at busting Dexter as a way to further his career ?

 

[fawk3s]

Brian did clearly violate the code-world of Dexter, but they bonded rather quickly and cared for one another. We even saw Dexter cry for the first time when he had to kill his brother. Man, I wish he could have lived

 

[Seditionary]

Brian did clearly violate the code-world of Dexter, but they bonded rather quickly and cared for one another. We even saw Dexter cry for the first time when he had to kill his brother. Man, I wish he could have lived

my favorite scene is when brian comes out of the water and grabs dexters hand. It might be the first episode of season 2. When dexter is letting go of brian's loss.

That is such a well done scene...its like friday the 13th or something. haha

I also love that he wasn't a trophy to keep.

I feel like the atmosphere of the new season is dexter is sort of losing his desire to collect trophies of his victims. maybe the killing is evolving into something different from a ritual.

 

[mattman6886]

So tonight's episode was my favorite so far this season! Every season finds a way, around 2/3 of the way in, to start intensifying things to a point where you almost can't take it, and this one's no exception!

 

[averagejo]

I have a weird feeling about Lumen. Something doesn't feel right. I mean, it's great that Dexter has finally found someone he can trust with his secret, but I think she isn't who he thinks she is, and that she may end up on his table somewhere down the line. That's just my useless opinion. .

 

[CelticPredator]

I hope Dexter doesnt end up on her table....

 

[shanghei]

i think quinn is gonna be the one to put an end to robocop

 

[Dark Passenger]

I think Lumen is fine. She is damaged just like Dexter. The scene with her looking at Cole's Blood Slide, and then a cut to Owen leaving, I think symbolizes the new her. Killing all these men will fill that emptiness and make her whole again.

I don't think Dexter is falling in love, neither is Lumen. I think it's more about Dexter finally finding a good partner. He never had one, just hopefuls.

Great episode, I was on the edge of my seat! And the ending... I can't wait until next week.

 

[Bustajesse]

I love the idea of Dexter having a friend, not necessarily someone to help him out, but someone who truly knows who he is, and understands him without judging him. I hope they keep Lumen around and let her live.

 

[ChaserFan]

I particularly liked the scene with Deb telling Dex that she didn't feel anything after killing that guy. And how she asked Dex whether he believed some people deserved to die...it really felt like that was a pivotal point in the show, and the set-up for an eventual (S6/7) confession.

 

[die]

Yeah, this was definitely a good episode. Really liked the conversation between Dexter and Debra. I'm enjoying Peter Weller's character very much and the tension at the hotel was great. Nice to see the sadistic side of Dexter back. Nice cliffhanger too!

I'm just worried that the show has kinda painted itself in the corner with "special guests", it seems like they always have to turn out bad and die

I'm kinda feeling like they'll "have" to kill off Lumen. I'm hoping that they can do something totally different with her character. I'd hate to see another Lila or Miguel ending to her part.

 

[averagejo]

Apologies for my forgetfulness, but didn't TRINITY have a another daughter ?? (other than the Jonah's sis, and the reporter daughter who killed Lundy)
The wild speculation that was flying around my house last night was that maybe LUMEN was TRINITY'S daughter and she (Lumen) killed Rita.

 

[ChaserFan]

Apologies for my forgetfulness, but didn't TRINITY have a another daughter ?? (other than the Jonah's sis, and the reporter daughter who killed Lundy)

Nah, only two daughters...that we are aware of at least.

 

[averagejo]

I told you it was "wild speculation!" lol

 

[die]

This show is notorious for Red Herrings and wild goose chases, so there's no telling. I wonder if Trinity's son has anything else to do with this season? You just never know.