Arla-Cravendale: advert-body-2 by Wieden+Kennedy London

Milk brand Arla Cravendale is investigating the strange and unconfirmed sightings of the ‘Moonicow’ in a new mockumentary directed by Brass Eye’s Michael Cumming and devised by Wieden+Kennedy London.

The 60-second film amalgamates interviews with earnest Moonicow spotters in the fictional country village of Cravendale, who claim the “unique freshness” of their milk could only come from a mythical bovine creature. The ad also explores the legend through newspaper clippings, photographs, folk art and Blair Witch-style found footage.

Moonicow spots will run on TV, video on demand and social throughout August. Food bloggers and celebrities, including Fred Sirieix of First Dates, have been brought on board to bolster the campaign’s reach. The new £3m initiative forms part of Arla Foods UK’s commitment to championing British dairy and adding value to the UK milk category.