When does the event start?

The date is 17.09.2026 at 18:00.

How long is the film?

The documentary has a runtime of 75 minutes.

Where is the event taking place?

At the Potsdam Museum at Alten Markt 9 in 14467 Potsdam.

Is the event location accessible?

Yes, according to museum information, there is a barrier-free elevator and an accessible restroom.

How is the best way to get there?

Best by public transport: Potsdam Hbf is about an 8-minute walk away, and several tram and bus lines go to Alten Markt.

What is the ticket price?

A reliable ticket price was not verifiable, so no confirmed price is available.

A Potsdam building that divides the city creates intense film moments

Name: SCRAP OR OPPORTUNITY - A Building Divides Potsdam
Start: 2026-09-17T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-17T21:15:00+02:00
Location: Potsdam Museum

A film evening about Potsdam's controversial building and the question of the city of tomorrow

The documentary Scrap or Opportunity - A Building Divides Potsdam looks at one of the most emotional debates in the city's history: the demolition of the former Institute for Teacher Education, also known as the FH building, and the question of what should take its place. The film follows the dispute regarding reconstruction, culture of remembrance, and urban development in Potsdam. It was produced in 2019, runs for 75 minutes, and was produced by 414films. ([414films.de](https://414films.de/))

A topic that continues to resonate today

Hardly any conflict regarding the cityscape of Potsdam has brought together so many perspectives as this one. The film shows the tension between demolition and preservation, between historical center and modern urban planning. This is where its impact lies: it is not just a documentation, but also a precise time document about public life, participation, and the value of architecture in the city's memory. ([filmmuseum-potsdam.de](https://www.filmmuseum-potsdam.de/Schrott-oder-Chance---Ein-Bauwerk-spaltet-die-Stadt.html))

Filmmaking with a local profile

The project is backed by 414films from Potsdam. The team states that they work on documentaries, reports, and film contributions focusing on change, upheaval, contemporary history, and architecture. Kristina Tschesch is a historian and media scientist, Elias Franke works as a journalist and filmmaker, and Christian Morgenstern contributes camera work, graphics, and editing. This professional breadth shapes the documentary perspective on Potsdam and its architectural fractures. ([414films.de](https://414films.de/))

Event experience in the heart of the city

The screening venue at Alten Markt is one of the most impressive addresses in Potsdam. The Potsdam Museum at Alten Markt 9 is easily accessible by S-Bahn, tram, bus, bike, and on foot; moreover, there is a barrier-free elevator and an accessible restroom. Surrounding paid parking spaces and garages are available. Thus, the evening combines city history, culture, and convenient access in a compact space. ([potsdam-museum.de](https://www.potsdam-museum.de/de/anfahrt))

What visitors can expect

The event is aimed at everyone interested in urban development, architecture, GDR heritage, and the Potsdam city center. Those who experience the film live can feel the special audience atmosphere of a topic that goes far beyond a single demolition. An evening for discussion, contextualization, and new perspectives on Potsdam. ([filmmuseum-potsdam.de](https://www.filmmuseum-potsdam.de/Schrott-oder-Chance---Ein-Bauwerk-spaltet-die-Stadt.html))

Conclusion: This film evening combines atmosphere, attitude, and city history into an intense event experience. Those who want to understand Potsdam get not only images here but a clear view of the conflicts behind the facades. It’s best to be there live and experience the debate on site. ([filmmuseum-potsdam.de](https://www.filmmuseum-potsdam.de/Schrott-oder-Chance---Ein-Bauwerk-spaltet-die-Stadt.html))