Cannot open file.maybe damaged or in a format that is not recognised. how do i overcome this problem

trying to open photos from memory stick. message saying 'maybe damaged or format that preview doesn't recognise'

Details please
iPhoto does not "open" photos - you import photos into iPhoto
What version of iPhoto and of the os? What is the source of the photos?
LN

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