Help - who said "if we don't find something wonderful, at least we have found something new" or somesuch?

Question

I really like the quote and just can't remember who said it. heard in a movie (can't remember that either).

I think the quote if from Rene Descarte - if so could you help me find source?

And movie if you know it.

Thanks!!!!

Answer 1

Walter Risco.

Answer 2

The quote is Voltaire.  The movie is Tadpole.

-JP