Importing Video From Home Movie DVD

I have home movies burnt onto a DVD from the original VHS Tapes, and want to edit the the using IMovieHD 6, but when attempting to import, I get an error message that says, "The File could not be imported". Quicktime was unable to parse it.
According to what I read, IMovie should be compatible with Mpeg-4 Files.
I've even tried to create Mpeg-4 files from the original video files off the DVD. Still no dice.
Dying to get all the 'slow' moments out of all the hideous Birthday Party footage.
I'm a newbie so forgive my lack of experience.
Thanks
robio

Hi Robio:
Welcome to discussions!
Don't suppose you have the original DV tape-do you? If so, that's your best bet for editing..
With that said, if you decide you need to use the DVD, then you will need to convert that DVD into something that imovie can use. (Thus, there is a possiblitlity of loss if quality..)
(I quote Karsten Schlüter here:)
for 20$ get the Apple
mpeg2 plugin
and for free
Streamclip for converting mp1/2/4, divx, avi, vob...
other tools are:
* DVDxDV, it
has a 30d trial period (testdrive sets a watermark)... and cost 25$
Cinematize
60$
* Mpeg2Works >25$ + Apple plug-in
http://danslagle.com/mac/iMovie/tips_tricks/6010.shtml
http://danslagle.com/mac/iMovie/tips_tricks/6018.shtml
or connect Your Camera to a DVD-player and copy to tape or import
trough if Your Camera handles that...
iMovie is a video edit app meant to work with firewire connected
miniDV camcorders
Sue

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