CMDP 3700 - In Defense of the Poor Image

I have found the discussion of the 'poor image' to be very intriguing. In modern times, we have always strived to get the highest quality out of images and video, through large high-res TV's, high megapixel cameras, etc. There shouldn't necessarily make sense to have an attraction to a poor image, one of lower quality, higher compression, etc. However, I feel that poor images have become a form of art and expression in themselves. There are some people that strive to get that "low quality" look, through low end film cameras, forced compression, and other methods. In my personal projects, I've gone for a VHS look for some videos, to give a "damaged" or "lost footage" feel, which I felt connected to the video in a good way. In the software that I work with, there are even plugin presets that create video compression and glitches on purpose, to mimic a damaged/corrupted file. I've also used these effects in videos that I feel would benefit from them. Much of my art has still followed in this poor image look, and many photography and cinematography trends have also steered in this way. I personally appreciate the look of poor images; it adds grit and use to what once was a clean and pristine form of media. I'm very curious as to how long this trend of poor images will go on for; will we continue this trend or will we regain the appreciation for the highest quality, lossless media forms?