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However, her friends reportedly had reservations. Affleck’s interest in her sometimes appeared one-sided, as he often preferred to spend time playing video games or relaxing at home rather than nurturing their relationship. The commentary on Affleck’s intellect is humorous—espousing his “smartness” based on a DVD commentary from Armageddon—but also raises questions about whether he possesses genuine emotional intelligence. The idea that his back tattoo somehow symbolizes a lack of book smarts is played for laughs, though it points to concerns about his maturity.
Overall, Gwyneth’s relationship with Affleck appears to be a classic Hollywood story of chemistry overshadowed by personal struggles and unbalanced emotional connections.