During this period, the relations between Byzantium and the West were characterized by a clash of cultures. The Greeks considered themselves superior and civilized compared to the violent and barbaric westerners, while the Europeans saw the Byzantines as unwarlike, effeminate, and deceitful. However, these stereotypes were inaccurate, as the Latin West also produced great thinkers and magnificent buildings. Additionally, both sides were capable of brutal acts, as demonstrated by the gruesome death of Emperor Andronicus I Comnenus in 1185. condense this into a small paragraph

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During this period, Byzantium and the West clashed due to cultural differences. The Greeks believed they were superior, viewing the westerners as violent and barbaric, while Europeans saw the Byzantines as unwarlike and deceitful. However, these stereotypes were incorrect as the Latin West also had brilliant thinkers and impressive architecture. Both sides were capable of brutality, exemplified by the horrific death of Emperor Andronicus I Comnenus in 1185.