Left Turn Ahead
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| "Left Turn Ahead" | |
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| Dexter episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 2 Episode 11 |
| Directed by | Marcos Siega |
| Written by | |
| Cinematography by | Romeo Tirone |
| Editing by | Chris Figler |
| Original release date | December 9, 2007 |
| Running time | 51 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Left Turn Ahead" is the eleventh episode of the second season and twenty-third overall episode of the American television drama series Dexter, which first aired on December 9, 2007 on Showtime in the United States. The episode was written by co-executive producer Scott Buck and Tim Schlattmann, and was directed by Marcos Siega.
Set in Miami, the series centers on Dexter Morgan, a forensic technician specializing in bloodstain pattern analysis for the fictional Miami Metro Police Department, who leads a secret parallel life as a vigilante serial killer, hunting down murderers who have not been adequately punished by the justice system due to corruption or legal technicalities. In the episode, Dexter considers new options while having to deal with Doakes, and Debra discovers Lila's real identity.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 0.89 million household viewers and gained a 0.4/1 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, who praised Dexter's character development, tension and cliffhanger.
As Dexter (Michael C. Hall) feels guilt over his role in Harry's suicide, Doakes (Erik King) tries to get him to surrender to authorities. He is called away when Lila (Jaime Murray) arrives at the hospital, claiming she was raped by Angel (David Zayas). She is intent on getting him charged but promises to drop the charges if Dexter resumes their relationship.
Due to the little progress on the case, the FBI assigns Deputy Director Max Adams (Jonathan Banks) to take over Lundy (Keith Carradine). Adams reports that the tools have been recovered. They also retrieved footage video of Doakes at a gas station.
Doakes kicks the fence around the cage at the cabin and finally escapes. On his way out, he finds two men approaching with a boat. When he identifies himself as a police officer, they knock him unconscious and take him to the cabin. As Dexter returns, he sees the men retrieving the cocaine from the cabin while holding Doakes at gunpoint. Working together, they kill the dealers, although Dexter forces Doakes to return to the cage.
Feeling the effects of his actions on others, Dexter confides to Doakes that he will turn himself into the authorities. He then leaves, planning to leave his matters in order before releasing Doakes. He visits Lila, informing her they will not be back and that he plans to end his career. Debra (Jennifer Carpenter) and Lundy question their future together, as Lundy will have to leave Miami when the case is closed. While trying to help prove Angel's innocence, Debra checks Lila's records, finding them empty. She and Masuka (C. S. Lee) analyze a microwave she used to take her fingerprints to find her real identity.
In Port-au-Prince, LaGuerta visits Leones (Peter Macon) and discovers that he wants to analyze the blood slides. As Doakes' alibi does not corroborate with some of the Butcher's murders, Lundy accepts to hear her story. Nevertheless, Adams is not interested in hearing Leones' testimony, especially as they have received a tip over Doakes' location. Dexter prepares a will and leaves a living trust to Debra. He then leaves to take a ride in his boat with Rita (Julie Benz) and the kids. During this, Lila breaks into his car and checks his GPS to find out about his recent visits. Debra finds that Lila's real name is Lila West, and her visa expired two years ago. Debra visits her and warns her to leave. That night, Dexter has dinner with Debra, planning to tell her his secret, but he cannot bring himself to do it. Their dinner is interrupted when Doakes' car is found, and Dexter worries they will find him caged at the cabin.
Production
Development
The episode was written by co-executive producer Scott Buck and Tim Schlattmann, and was directed by Marcos Siega. This was Buck's third writing credit, Schlattmann's fourth writing credit, and Siega's third directing credit.[1]
