The film and video section consist of a series of screenings relating thematically to the motto of the festival. Works range from feature film programmes [FP] to a number of compilation programmes [CP] and special programmes [SP]. The compilation programmes features sections drom the entries to the transmediale award 2008 - where the majority of this year's award submissions may also be viewed at the project library. Two special programmes are dedicated to reflect on the conflicting and conspiring currents of the 1950a, a time when the Haus der Kulturen itseld - the former congress hall - was donated to Berlin as a gift of the American people with the intention of becoming the city's 'beacon of freedom' before the Berlin Wall effectivly split the city in two. Many of the artists will be present at the festival providing an opportunity for discussion after the presentation of their work. The programme closes on Sunday, February 3, with the preview of the annual 'transmediale video selection'.