Why won't mpeg files work in FCP 7?

I was given mpeg movie files (codecs: MPEG-2 Video, MPEG Layer 3) to edit in FCP 7. I tried opening them up in FCP but it woldn't play. So I decided to convert the files in MPEG STREAMCLIP to Apple ProRes 422. Now when I import it into Final cut, I can hear the audio but the screen is still black.
What am I doing wrong?
Any adivce is greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Read my MPEG Streamclip tutorial: http://www.secondchairvideo.com/?p=694
MPEG files can't be used in FCP because they use a "Long GOP" structure - You can only edit on frame 1, 15, 30 etc. frame 2-14 etc cannot exist without frame 1. Now you know the basics, use the resources here and elsewhere on the internet to find out more.
Can you view the ProRes files in QuickTime Player?

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