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But I certainly wouldnt want to replicate an experience like that.

A lot of it was misalignment of agendas, understandings, expectations.

Ben Affleck attends the world premiere of ‘The Accountant 2’ during the 2025 SXSW Conference and Festival at The Paramount Theatre on March 8, 2025 in Austin

Ben Affleck on March 8, 2025 in Austin, TX.Marcus Ingram/Getty Images

I had my own failings, significant failings, in that process and at that time, he added.

I wasnt bringing a lot of positive energy to the equation.

I didnt cause problems, but I came in and I did my job and I went home.

The truth is, when you talk to somebody, Hey, what happened?

Well, there is no, This is what happened,' he said.