Warning! This article contains spoilers from Dexter: Original Sin Episode 8.
Summary
- Fan service is heavy, with too many villains forced into the episode, weakening the plot.
- The killer reveal is weak after being heavily teased, but the shootout scene stands out.
- Debra’s vulnerability over Gio is emotional and heartbreaking, making her the heart of the episode.
In the final stretch of its debut season, Dexter: Original Sin serves up an action-packed eighth episode. As Dexter grows increasingly suspicious of Aaron Spencer as the elusive kidnapper, both Harry and LaGuerta delve into their suspect for a possible serial killer. Meanwhile, Debra receives a harsh lesson when she discovers that Gio is not as wonderful as she had initially believed.
In this installment, Monica Raymund took the helm as director, with Mary Leah Sutton penning the script. It premiered on Paramount+ in tandem with Showtime on January 31, 2025, under the title ‘Business and Pleasure’. Original Sin struggled to balance an overabundance of villains and audience appeasement in this episode, leading to a somewhat inconsistent outcome, yet it remained an enjoyable hour of television viewing.
The Fan Service Is A Bit Too Heavy And The Episode Also Suffers From Too Many Villains
| Dexter: Original Sin Episode 8 | |
|---|---|
| Starring | Patrick Gibson, Christian Slater, Molly Brown, James Martinez, Christina Milian, Alex Shimizu, Reno Wilson, Patrick Dempsey, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Raquel Justice and the voice of Michael C. Hall |
| Episode Title | Business and Pleasure |
| Directed By | Monica Raymund |
In a more casual and engaging style:
Originally, Original Sin did a great job at weaving fan service with an engaging new narrative for Dexter Morgan, but this episode seems to push it too far. The sudden reappearance of young Miguel Prado felt unnecessary and only meant to bring a chuckle from old-time fans, but instead, it was more like an eye roll moment. Yes, we know something happened between LaGuerta and Dexter’s future accomplice, but his return wasn’t necessary in this context.
The next issue with ‘Business and Pleasure’ is that one of Dexter’s most memorable villains, The Ice Truck Killer, is revealed as a suspect for the serial killer case being investigated by Harry Morgan and Maria LaGuerta. This feels a bit forced and could potentially disrupt an otherwise intriguing first season of the Dexter prequel.
The original suggestion was that the man from a previous episode might have been Brian Moser, but now it’s officially confirmed, leaving some viewers feeling underwhelmed. Since Dexter won’t meet his brother again for another 15 years, it seems implausible that he would be in Miami committing murders during the ’90s. Harry is apparently planning to hide this revelation. The question arises as to why?
In contrast to the overcrowded villain lineup of Miguel Prado, The Ice Truck Killer, Gio, Aaron Spencer, and Hector Estrada in the 1970s timeline, this episode appears overflowing with too much character development for the sake of fan service rather than advancing the plot.
The Killer ‘Reveal’ Is Weak After It Had Already Been Heavily Teased But The Shootout Was A Stand-Out Moment
The most thrilling moment in this episode is the intense gunfight that occurred during Miami Metro’s raid on a suspect’s house who might be connected to the kidnapper’s case. Although Patrick Dempsey was revealed as the main antagonist of Original Sin‘s first season last week, his villainy still feels somewhat redundant given that it has already been hinted at. Nevertheless, there remains enough mystery to keep this plot thread engaging for the remaining two episodes.
It’s evident that there are many complex layers at play, and Dexter is determined to solve the mystery, despite the challenges posed by his troubled sister Debra, who is once again a central figure, similar to her role in the original Dexter series. In this episode, Debra’s strong facade hides her fragility for a while, but eventually cracks under the pressure, particularly when it comes to Gio. Her emotional breakdown is poignant and heart-wrenching, and Molly Brown continues to deliver an exceptional portrayal of the character.
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2025-01-31 23:25