Burberry has unveiled the stars of its 2015 Festive campaign. An all- British cast of actors, musicians and models,the line-up features Sir Elton John, James Corden, Julie Walters, Romeo Beckham, Naomi Campbell, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Michelle Dockery, James Bay, George Ezra and Toby Huntington-Whiteley.
The “Burberry Festive Film” pays tribute to the iconic BAFTA-winning British film Billy Elliot, which this year celebrates, its 15th anniversary. It is based on the much-loved opening sequence of the film and featuresoriginal footage as well as the original soundtrack, ‘Cosmic Dancer’ by T Rex.
“Billy Elliot is an incredible film full of so much joy and energy, so it was a real thrill and a great honour to be able to celebrate its 15 year anniversary through our Festive campaign. It was also a huge privilege to work with such amazing and iconic British talent – the cast are quite simply some of the biggest names in film, music and fashion and it was so much fun working with them all to make this special film” Christopher Bailey, Burberry Chief Creative and Chief Executive Officer.
