PSD Logo stretches when imported into FCP

I began work on a project awhile back and I am finally returning to it. In a previous thread I was explained how PSD and EPS files work and don't work in FCP. It was very helpful. (http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=4144809&#4144809)
However, I've just noticed that all my PSD logos have stretched out horizontally and they have that lovely fat (incorrect) look to it. The original PSD files in PS looked fine after some tweaking, but as I said, the stretching only appeared once imported into FCP.
Any thoughts? Many thanks.

Hi:
Check the Distort settings in the Motion tab.
Alberto

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