Andrew Neiman

Andrew Neiman is a fictional character appearing in the 2014 film Whiplash, from which he serves as the protagonist. He is portrayed by Miles Teller.
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== Biography ==
Andrew is a student at the prestigious institution Shaffer Conservatory in New York, where he is studying to be a jazz drummer. As a first-year jazz student, he is particularly focused on becoming the best jazz drummer in the world and has even moved his dorm room mattress to the school's practice room to be able to practice at all hours of the day. His goal is to be accepted into the school's competitive studio band, which is led by the renowned musician and conductor Terence Fletcher. 
Andrew's main challenge is trying to impress Fletcher, who is known for being tough on his students and using harsh methods to push them to succeed. Despite this, Andrew believes that Fletcher's tough mentorship is necessary to help him become a great drummer.
== Personality ==
Andrew is a driven and ambitious college student who is more interested in launching his career than in finding himself or making friends. He is impulsive, abrasive, and self-centered, and has a tendency to judge others harshly. Despite this, he is deeply committed to achieving success and believes that if he works hard enough, he is destined for greatness.
Andrew is willing to take risks and make sacrifices in order to achieve his goals, even if it means potentially sacrificing his health or his relationships. He is confident in his own abilities and is not afraid to speak his mind, even if it makes him unpopular or disliked.
== Trivia ==
*Outside of his classes, Andrew spends most of his time practicing the drums and idolizing Buddy Rich, who he perceives as the world's greatest drummer.
*Andrew has a crush on a girl who works at a local movie theater, but is hesitant to pursue a relationship due to his focus on his drumming career.
==Appearances==
*Whiplash (2014)
Category:Characters
Category:Male characters
Category:Whiplash characters
Category:Characters portrayed by Miles Teller