File copy problems with very long DVD/CD names

I can't copy any file from a very long named DVD to the desktop or any other part of the hd. Is there any way to solve it?
Thanks in advance.

Thanks again, Malcolm. I did try the disk image file from the DVD before asking in the forum and yes, it works but I was looking for a faster solution. It seems stupid that apple doesn't fix the bug that remains in leopard.
I'll try with other user account but it seems to me a bit tiresome. I'm used to use one only account in my personal computer.
Thank you very much for your help.
Meanwhile I'm still waiting for an easy solution if any.

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