Dexter for all
Writing by sharpster on Monday, 18 of February , 2008 at 10:37 am
The Showtime series Dexter has made the clumsy descent to CBS and public television. I think it’s good and bad: It’s good because now everyone in America can see how great of a show Dexter is. It’s bad because now everyone in America won’t feel pressed to pick up Dexter on dvd to see it in all of its unedited glory.
The acting by Michael C. Hall as Dexter is really great and the rest of the characters hold their own, especially Jennifer Carpenter as his sister, Deb. The writing is good, the idea behind the show is awesome. I think it’s one of the best shows on television at the moment. I’m hoping this remains the case after CBS gets done pleasing all the censors and sponsors.
I watched the premiere last night, and it wasn’t that bad; I don’t think much was lost in translation. I did notice a couple of rough profanity substitutes. I’m not saying that “mother lover” is never used in anger, but I don’t hear it that much on the street. I’m concerned about further editing as the show progresses. Does CBS have a good track record with shows featuring serial killers, heavy gore, tasteful nudity, and realistic profanity?
Dexter airs Sunday nights at 10:00pm eastern on CBS.
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Comment by Shannon
Made Monday, 18 of February , 2008 at 4:42 pm
I agree, Im mean what are they going to do with Debs dirty mouth? That’s a big part of the humor in that series.
Comment by Kath
Made Tuesday, 19 of February , 2008 at 2:04 pm
“what the hell, are you DATING her?!?!”
