How do i capture a dvd to edit in final cut express

do i need to "rip" the dvd and then import the file or can i capture from the dvd drive somehow?
thanks,
Dominic

Alternatively, you could use the free program MPEG Streamclip: http://www.squared5.com/
If you don't have the MPEG-2 component from Apple already, you will need to buy it to be able to convert the VOB files most likely on the DVD: http://www.apple.com/quicktime/mpeg2/
Once you have this component and Streamclip, then you simply put the DVD into your computer's drive, open up the VOB or other file from the DVD into Streamclip and convert it to a .mov Quicktime file that FCE can use using the built-in export tools of Streamclip.
Again, this is assuming you have rights or copyright clearance to use the footage.
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