Removing Digital Noise from CCTV Footage

Hi,
I was just wondering if anyone knew of any good filters, plugins or tips/tricks for removing digial noise, or smoothing artifacts on some footage taken from a survaillence camera?
I have tried the Noise Reduction filter from the Too Much Too Soon free plugins with no luck. Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Many thanks,
Martin.

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