Great video. I think that like in most cases the money can't supply all that is needed to succeed. It just gives advantages. There has been some feature films that were shot entirely on an IPhone. Unsane being the latest I believe. To play devils advocate I would say that being rich could even hinder ones desire to even bother a pursuit. In the end I think it all that it comes down to is the individual. Nowadays with technology such as cell phones (with better cameras every model) there is an amazing boost that is being given to individuals that would have never had a chance to take a digital picture or make a video. I know it has helped me. You can learn a lot of things working with less and I think everyone should challenge themselves as you are.
Cheers.