Which Smita Patil film is your favourite?

Smita Patil, who passed away on December 13, 1986, will always be remembered as one of Indian cinema's finest actresses. She was just 31 when she succumbed to post-childbirth complications.

Her powerhouse performance in films like Arth, Mandi, Mirch Masala and Namak Halal -- to name just a few -- is still talked about in awe, her rare appeal continuing to haunt even 20 years after her untimely death.

rediff.com pays tribute to a rare talent on her 20th death anniversary. Join us by telling us which Smita Patil movies you loved.