The Day Passed () is a 1971 Azerbaijani romantic drama film directed by Arif Babayev. It stars Leyla Shikhlinskaya as Asmar, Hasan Mammadov as Ogtay, and Hasanagha Turabov as Ogtay's colleague. It is an adaptation of the novel "Georgian Surname" by Azerbaijani author Anar Rzayev. Rzayev published the novel in 1967 and later adapted it into a screenplay himself. The film tells the story of two reconciled childhood friends as they reflect on their past, and also encapsulates the atmosphere and soul of Baku at the time. The title refers to the characters' inability to change their past and what has already happened. Upon release, The Day Passed garnered widespread popularity and critical acclaim in Azerbaijan. It is now considered one of the best Azerbaijani films from the 1970s. Plot Asmar, one of the main characters of the film, appears to be happy at first glance. She is married to a diplomat, has a daughter, and many friends. She has exciting memories of travelling all over the world. She used to enjoy her entertaining and pleasant lifestyle, but as time passed, its value and significance faded in her eyes. She still had not found her true place in life. After separating from Ogtay, she desires to rebuild her life and make certain concessions. The film ends on the note that it is impossible to live clinging to the past and memories, and that everyone should look forward to their future. During the shooting, actor Hasan Mammadov refused to perform the film's ending, which originally included a sexually intimate scene between Ogtay and Asmar. As a result, the writers were forced to make amends to certain parts of the screenplay. Cast Leyla Shikhlinskaya as Asmar Hasan Mammadov as Ogtay Hasanagha Turabov as Ogtay's colleague Chingiz Aliloghlu as Jamal Mukhtar Avsharov as Postman Sadaya Mustafayeva as Asmar's mother Torekhanum Zeynalova as Neighbour See also Cinema of Azerbaijan Azerbaijani films from the 70s References External links 1971 films 1971 romantic drama films Azerbaijani-language films Films directed by Arif Babayev Azerbaijani romantic drama films