How to edit dvd in imovie

Hi,
I am trying to transfer old home films to dvd.
I first have to have them transfered to a mini dv, then they will put it onto a dvd.
I would like to do basic editting - cut out some scenes, add fade in transitions, some text etc.
How would I be able to put the dvd into imovie?
Would imovie work for my project, or do I need a different editting program?
Thanks so much for any suggestions!
Diane

Imovie is setup to work with mini dv cameras. Instead of having someone put it on dvd, why not get the mini dv tape, hook your camera (or one borrowed from a friend) up to your mac, and import the footage into imovie which will do all the editing you mention.
Then you can burn to a dvd with idvd.

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