The plot starts before James becomes an agent. After a failed mission in Iceland, Bond ends up under MI6's wing, goes through training on Malta, and gets his first real assignment with future colleagues. The training lasts longer than expected, as shown through a cinematic montage. It works as Bond's origin story and a tutorial. I wish this approach had been executed even better this time.

The motorcycle riding is technically solid, but it brings nothing new, though, who would even want to reinvent hot water in motorcycle-riding mechanics? Unfortunately, there is no real danger or challenge during these segments, and everything feels routine.