.mov is audio only. Mpeg -2 issue?

Howdy. I just hired a videographer who gave me .MOV files that won't work on my MacBook Pro / Snow Leopard 10.6.8
It's a .MOV file
1920 x 1080
COdecs MPEG-2, Linear PCM, time code
Color profile: HD (1-1-1)
The audio works, but no video.
I've tried using Quicktime PLAYER, as well as VISUALHUB to try to translate it to DV.
I'm bummed because I need the footage, and it cost a great deal.
Is it a conversion problem? Is there a way for me to get these clips into Final Cut Express 4?
If you can help, you'll be my hero!
Brad in Denver

Since this is MPEG-2 material, you do need the QuickTime MPEG2 Component in addition to MPEG Streamclip in order to convert the video. MPEG Streamclip needs this component to read/convert MPEG2 video. Do you have the QT MPEG2 Component installed on your MBP?
Also, I noticed that you are using Snow Leopard (10.6.8). Do you have QuickTime 7 installed on your MBP? MPEG Streamclip needs QuickTime 7. By default, Snow Leopard only has QuickTime X, not QuickTime 7. You can install QuickTime 7 from your Snow Leopard install DVD (under Optional Installs) or download it from http://support.apple.com/kb/DL923. After installation it will be in your Utilities folder.
Also, MPEG Streamclip v 1.9.2 would be a better choice, as it is the production version. Your 1.9.3.b2 is a beta version that has already been superceded by another beta version 1.9.3.b7.

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