Your best method would be to convert it to a more usage format (WMV).
However, MP4's may contain DRM protection that precludes their use.

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> can you play mp4 movies in powerpoint 2003? When I try to load a movie
> file,
> then MP4 does not appear as a file type option. Are there plugin you can
> get
> for MP4 movies