Picking a favorite script to retype is one of exercises recommended to young writers who are serious about learning their craft. It helps to understand the structure and gives practice in describing action in lean paragraphs and writing authentic, snappy dialogue.
Another technique, which is slightly more demanding, is adapting a short story and turning it into a script. The writer can use some of existing action and dialogue but has to fill in the blanks with the rest. The key is to match the tone and blend existing and new scenes seamlessly.
But the most creative approach is to adapt a story by PUTTING A SPIN ON IT. That approach will inevitably result in the change in characters' motivation, their mutual relationship, alteration of the plot, and different feel to the dialogue.
Below are few examples (taken from different media):
1. RARE EXPORTS INC. (short film)
2. LEGENDS: THE ENCHANTED (graphic novel)
3. HOODWINKED! (feature film)
... and a Christmas BONUS ;-)
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