Thanks Izzy. Yes I agree. I was using Sci-fi and science fiction more or less as synonyms but I do understand that some have a hard distinction. I’ve always used them interchangeably to encompass “science-based” media not including fantasy and horror. So that would include Star wars, Star Trek, and most space based things even if they aren’t purely based in realistic science. I’ve always heard “hard Sci-fi” as things that seem to be based on realistic science.
I’ll admit I’m a layman when it comes to the extreme science fiction media. I’m also not a big reader. But I love sci-fi movies and shows. I volunteered to help with discussions of that mostly but to also learn more and get into reading more as well.
I hope I’m making sense but my view is to be more broad and inclusive.