Ouija: Origin of Evil (out Oct 20) is a prequel to the 2014 release and does things by the book. A 9-year-old girl is possessed by a paranormal being and her mother goes in search of answers and a remedy. It's been a good year for horror films but this is a few notches below Lights Out and The Conjuring 2. Grade: B.

Doctor Strange (out Oct 27) earns points for being different. The heroes rely on spells, sorcery and good old fashioned smarts as opposed to fists and man-made weapons. It's most likely to be remembered for its impressive visuals. Splashes of comedy also add an entertaining layer. Grade: B+.

Hell or High Water (out Oct 27) is a damn good film and your feelings about the characters will oscillate throughout. It's the story of two brothers who rob a series of banks in West Texas and the two Texas Rangers who are trying to bring them to justice. Grade: A-.

Keeping Up With The Joneses (out Oct 20) is an easy-to-like comedy about an ordinary couple who think something is a little strange about their new neighbours. Zach Galifianakis and Isla Fisher work well off each other. The only weak point is the ho-hum ending. Grade: B.

Jack Reacher: Never Go Back (out Oct 20) sees Tom Cruise reprise his role from the 2012 original as he tries to help a major in the U.S. military who has been charged with a crime she didn't commit. Cruise does his best to create a character that is fun, strong and determined but the script isn't as compelling this time around. Grade: B-.

Cafe Society (out Oct 18) lacks the sharp, witty dialogue synonymous with other Woody Allen films. Set in the 1930s, it's Kristen Stewart who shines brightest as a secretary caught between her powerful boss (Steve Carell) and his naive nephew (Jesse Eisenberg). Too much name dropping and not enough story. Grade: C+.

Inferno (out Oct 13) is the latest adaptation of a Dan Brown novel. While his works have captivated readers, I'm not sure this film will do the same. Our hero, Robert Langdon (Hanks), has a couple of puzzles to solve but the more prevalent scenes involve him repetitively running from the authorities Jason Bourne style. To its credit, at least the villain has some thought provoking motives. Grade: C+.

Joe Cinque's Consolation (out Oct 13) brings to the screen one of Australia's most baffling crimes. Set in the 1990s, it's centered on a law student with mental health issues and suicidal tendencies. It's a story worth telling but the film doesn't offer as much insight into these characters as you might expect. Grade: B-.

Julieta (out Oct 13) is for admirers of iconic Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar and for those who enjoy a mystery fuelled by the darker elements of human nature. It's about a middle-aged mother living in Madrid who reflects on her past and why her daughter has been missing for more than a decade. Grade: A-.

The Girl on the Train (out Oct 6) is the tale of a troubled woman caught up in a murder mystery. The film offers intrigue and a few red herrings but doesn’t provide a knockout punch. Emily Blunt is the film’s strongest asset. She uses an array of tears, bloodshot eyes, and quizzical looks to illustrate her character's instability. Grade: B-.