Many actors back then we’re hired to look like stereotypes as it was comedy. Better comparison is to look at old photos of movie lines in 1980s and earlier to now (particularly Star Wars lines as they are more common.)
You’d be surprised how much demeanor, clothes, and hair style can make a difference in how people look. The styles nowadays just make everyone look like kids.
Many actors back then we’re hired to look like stereotypes as it was comedy. Better comparison is to look at old photos of movie lines in 1980s and earlier to now (particularly Star Wars lines as they are more common.)
You’d be surprised how much demeanor, clothes, and hair style can make a difference in how people look. The styles nowadays just make everyone look like kids.
What strikes me is the absolute lack of fat people (except one guy).