Blur out an object

Hello,
Is there any way using imove 09 to blur out on object in the video. I know you can crop the video but I need to know if there is any way of blurring out an object.
Thanks,
-Nathan

Hi
Not within iMovie'09
(iMovie HD6 + Plug-ins might do it)
Plug-ins can not be used with iMovie'08 or 09
You can export out to QuickTime and here superimpose a black square over the
sencitive area.
Else - this needs FinalCut and key-framing so that the blurr/dark area follow
if object is moving.
Yours Bengt W

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