About Us

Fortress of Solitude began in 2012 with one writer who had a big dream to share his knowledge and opinions on movies, TV series, comic books, anime, gaming and tech. Jarrod Saunders was just a guy with a keyboard, a deep love for superheroes, and a lot of opinions about movies and TV shows. With a passion for geek culture, he launched Fortress of Solitude—a site that started as a personal blog and evolved into one of the biggest entertainment news destinations (and yeah, with millions of views to prove it).

The site’s mission is pretty simple: talk about the things we all obsess over—superheroes, comic book movies, TV shows, video games, and tech that makes us feel like Tony Stark. 

Now, over a decade later, Fortress of Solitude (with a monthly reach of over 2,500,000 worldwide users, 12,000 subscribers on YouTube and 76,000 followers on Facebook) has gone from a passion project to a full-on squad of entertainment writers who are passionate about Superman, Batman, DC, and Marvel. The team has interviewed actors, game devs, directors, and even the occasional comic book legend. We’ve covered everything from The Mandalorian’s best moments to why The Flash didn’t quite hit the speed force. If it’s pop culture and people are talking about it, chances are we’ve already written about it.

This isn’t just about fandom. We’re not pretending to be cool. We’re not pretending to be objective. We like liking things, and we’re not afraid to show it. So whether you’re a Marvel die-hard, a DC loyalist, or someone who thinks horror movies peaked with Hereditary, welcome. You’re among friends here. Pull up a chair, argue about casting choices, and let’s keep the conversation going.

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Our dedication to delivering high-quality content has also led us to interview some of the biggest stars in the business, from actors like Kevin Hart and Aaron Taylor-Johnson to directors like Spencer Brown. Plus, we’ve released exclusive scoops that you won’t find anywhere else, such as Scott Adkin’s Batman v Superman audition and Alan Ritchson’s desire to play Batman.

While we’re based in Somerset West, South Africa and Wyoming, USA, our team of reporters, editors, and opinion makers spans the globe, ensuring that we cover pop culture, entertainment news, and more from all corners of the world.

In recognition of our commitment to excellence, Fortress of Solitude was honoured to receive the African Blogger Award for Hobbies in 2014.

Because of our steadfastness and unwavering commitment to original reporting, you might have also noticed us being acknowledged or referenced in these locations… Screenrant, Looper, IGN, The Direct, People.com, Mental Floss, Movieweb, Collider, Showmax, The Ringer, Ranker, Giant Freakin Robot, Inverse and many other sites.

We’ve partnered with some of the biggest brands in the industry, including Warner Bros., Universal, Sony, Samsung, Huawei, Canon, and many more, to bring you exclusive content and access to the latest innovations.

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Jarrod Saunders at a Fortress of Solitude film screening event

Meet the management team behind Fortress of Solitude:

Address: You can find us at our head office located at De Velde Estate, De Beers Avenue, Firgrove Rural, Somerset West, 7130. Fortress of Solitude is part of Fortress Entertainment PTY LTD, a registered company in South Africa. Or Fortress of Solitude LLC at 30 N Gould ST STE R, Sheridan, WY 8280 in the United States of America.

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About Our Readers

In 2023 alone, Fortress of Solitude had over 8 million views, a testament to the site’s popularity among readers who love film, superheroes, scary horror movies, streaming the best TV series and playing the latest video games.

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About The Fortress of Solitude Writing Team

Articles are written by a group of talented, professional and experienced freelance writers, all experts and leaders in their various fields.

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Jarrod Saunders is an entertainment journalist, filmmaker, and the founder of Fortress of Solitude. He began his career as a film and gaming critic for Vision Magazine in 2007 and has spent nearly two decades building one of pop culture's most distinctive independent media voices. As an award-winning creative director,…
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Tito Pernalete is an entertainment writer and film critic with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Communication, specialising in the audiovisual field. He has spent most of his adult life writing about movies, television, and technology, with a deep focus on sci-fi, horror, cult cinema, and the kind of underrated…
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Sergio Pereira is a prolific and recognised entertainment journalist and writer from Johannesburg, South Africa. His expertise encompasses the topics of comic books, film, television, and video games. For over 16 years, he has built up his reputation and knowledge in entertainment journalism by writing for and learning from the…
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Evan Saunders is a tech journalist, sneaker editor, and brand ambassador with over two decades of experience in the tech industry. He serves as Journalist and Editor at Fortress of Solitude and is co-founder of Sneaker Fortress — one of the world's biggest sneaker news destinations, which attracted over 14…
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Megan Oosthuizen is an entertainment journalist and staff writer at Fortress of Solitude and Sneaker Fortress. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and built her writing discipline through academic research before moving into entertainment journalism. Before joining the Fortress Entertainment…
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Brad Curran is an entertainment journalist and martial arts coach from Savannah, Georgia, with over a decade of experience writing about action cinema, superhero movies, horror, and martial arts. His firsthand background in martial arts coaching gives his reviews and analysis a depth of technical understanding that goes well beyond…
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Caryn Ganess is a writer and pop culture commentator from Port Elizabeth, South Africa, who graduated cum laude with an Honours Degree in Psychology. That academic background directly informs how she writes about entertainment and fashion — she approaches sneaker culture, film, and fandom through the lens of human behaviour,…
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Hannah Lieberum is, first and foremost, a geek with a passion for writing. Her love for reading, from the classics through to sci-fi, often needs her to focus and overanalyse the narrative of films and games, while her love for art allows her to see the beauty in unexpected shots.…
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Jesse Jacobs is a talented writer based in Cape Town, South Africa. With a deep interest in anime and gaming, Jesse brings a fresh perspective to her work as an entertainment journalist. Her passion for all things tech and media-related is evident in her writing, which is always informed and…
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Neilan Adams is a talented journalist, writer, and critic with a passion for all things pop culture. With a diverse range of interests, Neilan has contributed to print and online media on topics ranging from music and film to gaming and comic books. In addition to his work as a…
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