After taking some minor acting roles in 1992–1994 (including the music video for the Sonic Youth single "100%", a small part in "Mi Vida Loca", and a bit part as a dance instructor on "Chance and Things"), Lee left professional skateboarding for a full-time acting career. His first major movie role was in Kevin Smith's "Mallrats", which became a cult hit. This started a friendship that subsequently led to appearances in many of Smith's films, including "Chasing Amy", "Dogma", "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back", "Clerks II", "Cop Out", and "Jay and Silent Bob Reboot". Lee won an Independent Spirit Award for his role in "Chasing Amy" as Banky Edwards.