Airport Express - Movie sound on external speakers

Is is it possible to hear itune's movie/radio via the external speakers that are hooked on the airport express. Music works fine.
Thanks.

I found this info given by rogue amoeba confirming my problem:
http://rogueamoeba.com/support/knowledgebase/?showArticle=AirfoilVideoPlayer
I think my issue cannot be solved, I just wanted that my whole computer sound environment can be played via airport express. I will still need a cable to hear the sound of youtube, etc.
Very unsatisfying, I bought the Airport express because i thought it gives me a "one device solution". Marketing ********.
Still, thanks for your help!

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