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I don't know if I can agree with this at all.
I believe that rules are set by the creators to give value to their work, whether it be a painter, architect, filmmaker, writer... whatever or whomever!
In the case of the door example, someone could very well make small doorways in their building and justify it by saying that the small doorways allow you to stretch your back... and that's good for your health! If this architect it good enough at defending and marketing their argument, this may become the norm.
I think it's also dangerous to not question the status quo. If we just accept certain choices as the correct way of doing things, then we never see anything new. We need to do partake in the madness! Make conventionally "dumb" choices and defend your choices, stand by them.
I also think that your argument can easily be questioned when discussing films like birdemic, post-modern art film or any non-conventional film that has gained notoriety. If you're looking past film, you only need to go into a modern art gallery and look around. Earlier generations may scoff at what they see... but it's the norm now... I'm excited to see what comes next!
Could not agree more! ...but I want to add in addition; use your tools to your advantage. If you're using a t5i, embrace the quality and make a reason for it... maybe make your film a little more vérité... or whatever!
I love shooting with strange / odd cameras. I'm working on a project right that that'll be shot on old vacuum tube cameras!