Video filters for FCP 5.1

Hey everybody-
I'm sort of new to FCP, and have a question about filters.
I've tested out all the video filters in version 5.1, but none of them create the effects I am looking for-- little color, almost pale looking.
Am I able to create this effect on FCP, or must I use a filter on my actual camera lens? I'm using a canon xl2...
Below are some shots from movies that replicate the look I'm going for:
http://www.watchmojo.com/blogs/images/twilight_1.jpg
http://image.guardian.co.uk/sys-images/Film/Pix/pictures/2007/07/25/atonement460 .jpg
Thanks for your help!

Main Menu/Effects/Video Filters/Color Correctio/Color Corrector 3way - lower the 'Sat'. (chroma saturation)
Here's a great tuturial that expands a bit on the processes involved.
http://www.kenstone.net/fcphomepage/basic_pleasantvillelook.html
K

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