With eight episodes in the can, Dexter Season 4 enters its third act this Sunday with “Hungry Man” and all of us are trapped in the writers’ cleverly crafted “Who Shot Deb and Lundy?” mystery.
Episode 4.08 “Road Kill” will be forever remembered for introducing us to the Trinity Killer shuffle (who knew that John Lithgow was that nimble?). The enigma that is Arthur “Twinkletoes” Mitchell was further unfolded as we find out the genesis for his ritual of three kills. At the age of 10, he inadvertently caused the death of his sister in the bathtub, which in turn caused his mother to commit suicide by jumping off a building. Sometime after that, his father “died,” as he put it (more like he got pummeled by a hammer as Dexter puts it). Phew, that’s a lot of take in. Is that enough to push a man to a 30 year killing spree? In Trinity’s wacky case, the signs point to yes.
Back in Miami, the investigation is heating up and we’re thrown a curve ball in our presumption that Trinity shot Agent Lundy and Deb. Besides showing off her cool scar, Deb gets an epiphany that her bullet entry and exit paths suggest a level shot (not a downward trail expected from a 6′4″ assailant). That leaves us pondering just who the heck pulled the trigger. No theories other than Trinity being the shooter seem sensible. Was it someone truly the height of Masuka? Was it someone kneeling or sitting in a parked car? Was it Anton in a crime of passion? Was it the reporter Christine in a bizarre (and unbelievable) attempt to “create” news? That’s way too large a pill to swallow. But Trinity seems too easy and I’m betting we don’t have all the necessary info yet. The writers always have a bunny in their hat. And I hope it’s good, because the legacy of this season is riding on this one important reveal.
Meanwhile, the rest of the show does its best impersonation of a soap opera. Ok, so I’m exaggerating just a tad, but have your pick at which romantic thread is the most barf-inducing. Will any of these storylines (Batista / Laguerta, Rita / the neighbor, Quinn / Christine) be game-changing or will they fade into nothingness? Of course, the Quinn / Christine relationship has been a major plot driver this season and seems like it will continue to be (Deb granting Christine the interview is going to put someone in danger, whether it be Christine, Deb or Dexter). For the other two hookups, some serious repercussions can drop if they’re ever brought into the light. I’m betting that the Laguerta / Batista escapade will end with them getting caught with one getting fired / reprimanded. Meanwhile, I don’t necessarily believe that the disgruntled Rita will all-out cheat on Dexter, but that she will back away at the last minute. But, if she is caught - will this push Dexter to feelings of jealousy? Is he even capable of feeling jealous?
Oh, and before I forget - where the heck was Harry this week? Is his ghost only allowed to stay in Miami city limits? Dexter’s conscious is probably taking a break after killing the innocent photographer, so Harry is subdued while Dexter focuses on killing Trinity.
There’s only four episodes left. We’re only left to speculate based on the facts so far and what next week’s previews show. Judging by the brief glimpse, we may just have to consider Trinity’s son Jonah as the shooter, who is seemingly disgruntled at how mean his father is (yet another large pill to swallow). Regardless, the shooter has to have some connection back to Trinity otherwise it will cheapen the story of this season. Meanwhile, Rita again finds herself the target of her neighbor’s advances (and someone may just spot her potential indiscretion - see the clip below).
The groundwork is laid out for the final stretch and this ship could go in any direction; there’s just too many different options on the table. Buckle your seat belts, because the last 4 episodes are going to be bumpy. Check out the preview and two clips for episode 4.09, “Hungry Man.”
Episode 4.09 - Hungry Man
For most people, Thanksgiving is a time for traditions and family. But for Dexter, it’s an opportunity to get closer to his most dangerous adversary yet. As Dexter gains insight into Arthur’s psychology by studying those closest to him, he finds himself drawn into a bizarre and twisted world. Meanwhile, Rita has her hands full preparing dinner for a packed house, including a few unexpected guests. Batista gets closure on an old case, while Debra uses the holiday to continue her investigation of the Trinity Killer, a pursuit which threatens her brother’s safety and brings to light surprising revelations about someone else close to her.
Written By: Wendy West
Directed By: John Dahl
Is the reporter the daughter of trinity killer??? I also think she shot Deb
Your an idiot. There is no way that the reporter is the shooter, wow. It’s obvious too that Trinity is going to kill the reporter, that Quinn is going to suspect Dexter because the report interviews Deb, and that Dexter’s shit is going to be searched. They’ll find the hammer that Trinity gave Dexter, which was the previous murder weapon. And for who shot Deb and Lundy.. Thats a tough one.. I think it was Trinity’s son though..
It was the reporter. She’s the shooter. She wanted a story and couldn’t find a new person to sleep with to get it, so she pulled out the gun. Can’t wait to see her on Dexter’s table.