Monster

I was expecting this show to make a greater impression on me. While it couldn't surprise or shock me, as Jeffrey Dahmer's story is well-known, I was hoping to be blown away by the story’s execution, which just didn’t happen. It did have a very decent atmosphere overall, but it was slightly spoiled by the slow pace and Netflix politics. The biggest problem turned out to be the number of episodes, which made the story drag on. I can't help but feel that eight episodes with a more condensed plot would have been enough. I’d be more satisfied and give a higher rating. / Lesson learned: It does hold true that less is more. (25.10.2022)

The creators opted to kick things off almost at the end, starting with Dahmer's arrest, and that clicks with me. In this case, doing the classic crime drama build-up wouldn't make much sense since you would already know the outcome. Dahmer, being a well-known serial killer, grabs attention. Occasionally dining on your victims' parts is a surefire way to get public notice. I'm just hoping this doesn't turn into some weird celebration of his life's work, like the vibe I got from the last Ted Bundy film. / Lesson learned: Social conventions can baffle me sometimes, but I have my limits. (23.10.2022)

The second episode took a different approach compared to the first one. The creators offered a quick glimpse into Dahmer's life, covering his childhood to his last year being free. Judging by what I've seen, it looks like the upcoming episodes will fill in the gaps, which is probably why this overview was so concise. As of now, the series isn't action-packed (and I wasn't really expecting that), but it has great atmosphere and it's pretty well-handled. The role fits Evan Peters perfectly. / Lesson learned: When dealing with dead animals, hygiene is key. (23.10.2022)

My hunch about the story's development has been spot-on, and I must say I'm digging the way the plot is unfolding. On the flip side, the creators seem to be piling on more reasons for the transformation of a once-promising guy into a serial killer. I mean, I grew up under a totalitarian regime, always preferred books over sports, and was kind of a loner. I even dealt with some intense stuff like killing, skinning, gutting, and butchering animals (my family raised them for meat, you know), but I'm not seeing any tendencies towards offing and sampling random folks myself. I genuinely hope the series doesn't devolve into some sort of defense for another scumbag. / Lesson learned: "Wanna dissect roadkill with me?" probably won't score you any points as a pick-up line. (23.10.2022)

I'm not sure if it was because of the longer runtime or if I just wasn't fully tuned in, but the plot felt like it dragged on. It wasn't exactly a thrill ride before, but this time, I caught myself getting bored more than once. The series still maintains that creepy atmosphere, but it's not bringing much else to the table. This episode was the most well-developed I've seen so far, but the pace was painfully slow. With Jeffrey Dahmer being so widely known, I wasn't expecting any groundbreaking revelations, but I did hope the creators would find a way to keep me more engaged. / Lesson learned: Party like you're in Egypt. Only drink what you've opened yourself. (24.10.2022)

The fifth episode felt pretty much like the previous one in terms of length and content. However, this time around, I'm starting to question if the series was solely made because of Dahmer's notoriety. I couldn't shake the persistent feeling that Netflix made it to push its racially conscious agenda.  / Lesson learned: Grandmas are light sleepers. (24.10.2022)

This episode was quite different from the usual, mainly because Jeffrey Dahmer wasn't the central character. It was one of his victims. Shifting the focus to the victims is something I appreciate. I didn't really care whether the story was embellished; even if it were entirely made up, it still carried weight. I often feel like serial killers get portrayed as misunderstood souls with tough childhoods, blah, blah, blah. But the real concern should be for the victims. / Lesson learned: Beware of sudden strokes of good luck. (24.10.2022)

I'm kind of torn on the seventh episode. First off, it's just downright bizarre to witness situations that could (and let's be real, still can) happen in a country that touts itself as the defender of world democracy. I totally get the frustrations of various American minorities in this context, and I'm sympathetic to their concerns. On the flip side, there's this other perspective where it's crystal clear that Netflix is bending over backward to ride the wave of current trends, often doing a disservice to the very folks it claims to be "helping." / Lesson learned: Complaining all the time won't earn you much trust from others. (24.10.2022)

No, the verdict has already been passed, and given what I know about Dahmer, there weren't many significant events left in his life, so I'm confused as to why there are still two episodes left in the series. It's giving me concerns. Regarding the plot, I have two important notes. However, I must commend the creators for not forgetting about the victims, as this often happens all too frequently — not only in movies and TV shows but mainly in real life. Real victims of crimes receive very little support or attention. (25.10.2022)

The last two episodes felt like a Glenda sequel. Nevertheless, I found some interesting themes, such as perversion. When you mention perversion, some people may think of it as something to spice up your sex life. From my perspective, the creators perfectly summed up what perversion is in the ninth episode. Collecting personal items belonging to serial killers, souvenirs, and other merchandise inspired by their actions, is what I call perversion. And I don't even know what to think of women who fall in love with or become fans of serial killers. (25.10.2022)

In the tenth episode, the creators rightfully highlight the flaws in the approach to criminals and their victims. However, I'm not entirely satisfied with the episode itself as it seemed superfluous (more on that in my review of the whole series). The characters can't seem to agree with each other about the concept of second chances. It's quite simple. I'm in favor of second chances but with certain conditions. Consider these questions: Would I give a second chance to a cancer tumor? No. Are serial killers the equivalent of such a tumor for me? Yes. So, in my perspective, the solution is clear — chemotherapy, a bit of radiation, and ultimately cut out and burn. But not to forget. / Lesson learned: It's interesting how the messenger of God can make an atheist happy. (25.10.2022)