Turning Biminese
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Episode 5
| "Turning Biminese" | |
|---|---|
| Dexter episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 3 Episode 5 |
| Directed by | Marcos Siega |
| Written by | Tim Schlattmann |
| Cinematography by | Romeo Tirone |
| Editing by | Stewart Schill |
| Original release date | October 26, 2008 |
| Running time | 49 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Turning Biminese" is the fifth episode of the third season of the American crime drama television series Dexter. It is the 29th overall episode of the series and was written by producer Tim Schlattmann, and was directed by Marcos Siega. It originally aired on Showtime on October 26, 2008.
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 follows a murderer when Miguel suggests it, while also conflicting with Rita over moving out of his apartment.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.00 million household viewers and gained a 0.5 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, who praised the performances, writing and storylines.
While golfing, Miguel (Jimmy Smits) tells Dexter (Michael C. Hall) about Ethan Turner (Larry Sullivan), a man who murdered his wife and avoided prison thanks to his lawyers. He killed his second wife, but Miguel's jurisdiction prevents him from prosecuting him.
Anton (David Ramsey) leads Debra (Jennifer Carpenter) to Wendell (Marc John Jefferies), Freebo's doorman. Wendell is reserved and does not want to get himself incriminated, but Debra convinces him to help them. However, Wendell's mother refuses to get him involved in the case out of fear that Freebo could kill them. When The Skinner kills another woman, Miami Metro is forced to work with the Sheriff's Department, which includes Ramón (Jason Manuel Olazabal). Debra notes that Masuka (C. S. Lee) has dropped his usual personality, taking a stoic and blunt persona. Masuka expresses disappointment with how the department views him when she asks him about it.
Dexter gets into a conflict with Rita (Julie Benz) when she wants him to buy a new house and leave his apartment, as Dexter wants to keep it. Dexter stalks Ethan, following him to Bimini. Miguel almost joins him but is forced to go for a court hearing. Dexter incapacitates Ethan and subsequently kills him. However, during this, Rita started bleeding and was taken to the hospital, and Dexter could not be contacted. He makes it to the hospital, where Rita's condition improves. He apologizes and states he is ready to be with her, giving his apartment to Debra.
Ramon is unhappy with Miami Metro's progress in the case and is disrespects them. When he offers a different theory, Masuka disproves this with his data. Ramon questions Masuka's credibility, and the department defends him. To Debra's delight, Masuka defends himself, reverting to his old persona. Debra later visits Wendell, learning that Freebo owed money to a person, presumably his killer. Unbeknownst to them, someone watches the meeting from afar. Miguel visits Dexter, revealing that he investigated Dexter's and Turner's whereabouts, concluding that he killed him. Miguel is proud of Dexter, and he offers him his support.
Production
Development
The episode was written by producer Tim Schlattmann, and was directed by Marcos Siega. This was Schlattmann's fifth writing credit, and Siega's fifth directing credit.[1]
