Newbie alert - opening swf

I just downloaded the Flash demo, the purchased copy with
books and the other books I ordered have not arrived. But I cannot
wait to try this stuff. So NEWBIE ALERT
I have an swf file from our web devloper that I want to look
at, take apart and see how it works. When I open it in the flash 8
all I can see is the end product. How can I see what went into
this? Do I need other files he might have?
Sorry for this silly question but you know how it is when you
are starting a new project....

Thanks! My designer is sending me the correct
files.

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