health services and our more than 1,500 staff and volunteers would be irresponsible in this climate.”The cancellation of an in-person Sundance is a huge blow to an independent film industry that has struggled to stay afloat during the pandemic. Last year's virtual Sundance, where films like “Summer of Soul (or The Revolution Will Not Be Televised)” and “CODA" made a splash, proved that a digital festival can still foster breakout hits.