Flash MSN Clone

This project might be a little to ambitious, but I would like to create a flash script that looks like MSN messenger. The messenger will show to preset users online, once the users a clicked, a chat window will open and scroll a pre-set two-way text.

I would be using this for a website I have made for a class project. I have completed two interviews, one with Irvine Welsh, and one with Annie Mac. Instead of just slapping the text on a page, I would like to put them into this unique format so the view feels as if they are actually witnessing the interview live of MSN messenger.

Honestly, I don't know where to start with this, I am a novice to flash.

I believe I would be able to do this in PHP and SQL, but due to rules based on the project this is for, flash is the only option available.

Has anyone ever seen anything like this before?
Can anyone offer help, advice?

Thanks.

PM me for my MSN if you'd rather discuss this through that.