I know this is so wrong.....but am saying it anyway.....I just can't watch the sign language person for the

[a kennedy]

murders at Brown University. Ugh…..so dramatic. And sorry.

[obamanut2012]

1. They aren't "dramatic," they are doing their job

[ThreeNoSeep]

2. Hmmm

I have a niece who translates to ASL, and this remark bothered me.
Without seeing some video, I can't give a fair opinion, but my initial thought is that ASL is much more than Morse Code or semaphore for your hands. It requires exaggerated expression to evoke meaning without audible signals.
Think silent films.

[Polly Hennessey]

3. She has a very expressive face.

A little distracting but fascinating.

[JoseBalow]

4. The exaggerated expressions are purposefully used to convey emphasis and emotion.

It can be a little odd to see, but it is done for a good reason, and is very helpful in understanding the translation. Sometimes it can look funny or strange, but it is an important part of the process.

[a kennedy]

5. Thank you for this.

[JoseBalow]

6. You're welcome! :)

[a kennedy]

7. And looks like a new ASL person......