Find imported media in iMovie library

Hi,
Just bought iMovie and tries to make very basic imports from DV camera to MacBook Pro via firewire.
Camera is perfectly recognised and imports seem to work fine when clicking on "import". But I can't find any of the imported sequences after that in the chosen iMovie library.
Anyone would have an idea of what I could do wrong?
Many thanks for your help.
David

Hello David-62,
After reviewing your post, I have located an article that can help in this situation. It contains helpful advice concerning iMovie importing:
iMovie (2013): Import from tape-based cameras
Thank you for contributing to Apple Support Communities.
Cheers,
BobbyD

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