The director of such films as “Platoon” and “JFK” appears to be outraged over the conviction of whistle-blower Bradley Manning.

The Army private was found guilty by a military judge of 20 charges, although he was acquitted of the most serious offense, aiding the enemy.

Below are a string of tweets posted in rapid succession Wednesday. (We’ve put them in chronological order.)

— Posted by Peter Z. Scheer

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