Transcribing a film back into screenplay format is a technique used in many schools to get young film makers to see the relationship between screenplay and moving image.
It's a great technique that offers little in the way of instant gratification. So be warned! This won't make you popular or cool, what it will do is, by means of a short intense piece of work, help you to learn how the pictures on the screen translate into words on the page and what is, and what is not needed in script.
Five great tips for how NOT to write a successful screenplay.
Here's some more quick, short screen writing tips. Mostly for features, but all relevant.
Some words of wisdom from BBC Writers Room about Short Films
Largest short film channel in the world, apparently.
Excellent resource for short scripts and others. Looks dated. Content is great.
So, what you need is a short film. And a pen and paper. I'd suggest a simple film. One without any words but with a decent story.
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