Videostudio 10 crashes when images are added

[Dongie]

Hello, I just got a new laptop (with Vista.....gah) and I installed my Videostudio 10 from the installer I got when I bought Videostudio. I used the Vista patch and it said that it had updated correctly, I then opened Videostudio to start editing my project. I tried to add a few still images into the first overlay bar and the system slows down for a minute, and then the Windows 'bouncer' asks me if i'd like to close the program (because it is not functioning properly according to Vista) or close the program and search for a solution online...

I have tried both options with no avail...If anybody can help me...my project needs to be presentable by Friday May 18

do I need to upgrade to Videostudio 11?

Sony Vaio N25OE
Operating System: Vista Home Premium
RAM: 2 GB
VS Version: 10