Movies / News
First Reviews Of 'Dexter: Resurrection': Watch Or Skip?
‘Dexter: Resurrection’ returns to our screens, bringing fresh stories with familiar darkness to its loyal audience.
After his previous work on shows like Rectify and The Killing, Clyde Phillips returns to the well-known universe of the iconic serial killer Dexter, alongside main stars Michael C. Hall and Peter Dinklage. Dexter: Resurrection has premiered on the streaming service Paramount+. Fortunately, the first reviews are mostly positive.
Resurrection follows the new life of Dexter Morgan, who is once again confronted with his old urges when a series of new murders occurs. This time, he faces complex confrontations, including a character played by Uma Thurman. On Rotten Tomatoes, the 'revival' currently has a Tomatometer score of 90 percent.
Back to Basics
Chase Hutchinson from the Seattle Times notes that "while New Blood tried to refresh and reinvent Dexter, Resurrection is actually about going back to basics — with all the pros and cons that entails." He emphasizes that the series stays true to the original character's tone.
According to J. Kelly Nestruck from The Globe and Mail, the lead remains captivating: "Hall's performance is still remarkable and engaging, and the series explores whether the fascination with Dexter has become an unhealthy obsession on its own." Particularly, the subplot with Dinklage and Thurman contributes to this intrigue.
Pulp and Consequences
Ross McIndoe from Slant Magazine writes that "the series delightfully immerses itself in the pulpy atmosphere of a TV show about a serial killer who still manages to evoke sympathy." He gives it a score of 2.5 out of 4.
Liz Shannon Miller from Consequence questions whether the series finally confronts Dexter's actions: "Over the years, there have been many threats that Dexter would truly face the consequences of his actions. Will it happen this time?"
Dark Foundations
Richard Roeper from RogerEbert.com observes a clear connection in the new episodes to the original DNA of the series. He states that "the latest incarnation is firmly rooted in the bleak and oppressive principles of the original series."
Resurrection follows the new life of Dexter Morgan, who is once again confronted with his old urges when a series of new murders occurs. This time, he faces complex confrontations, including a character played by Uma Thurman. On Rotten Tomatoes, the 'revival' currently has a Tomatometer score of 90 percent.
Back to Basics
Chase Hutchinson from the Seattle Times notes that "while New Blood tried to refresh and reinvent Dexter, Resurrection is actually about going back to basics — with all the pros and cons that entails." He emphasizes that the series stays true to the original character's tone.
According to J. Kelly Nestruck from The Globe and Mail, the lead remains captivating: "Hall's performance is still remarkable and engaging, and the series explores whether the fascination with Dexter has become an unhealthy obsession on its own." Particularly, the subplot with Dinklage and Thurman contributes to this intrigue.
Pulp and Consequences
Ross McIndoe from Slant Magazine writes that "the series delightfully immerses itself in the pulpy atmosphere of a TV show about a serial killer who still manages to evoke sympathy." He gives it a score of 2.5 out of 4.
Liz Shannon Miller from Consequence questions whether the series finally confronts Dexter's actions: "Over the years, there have been many threats that Dexter would truly face the consequences of his actions. Will it happen this time?"
Dark Foundations
Richard Roeper from RogerEbert.com observes a clear connection in the new episodes to the original DNA of the series. He states that "the latest incarnation is firmly rooted in the bleak and oppressive principles of the original series."
