Fantastic essay! Yes, Haneke is indeed obsessed about violence, in its various forms, undoubtedly influenced by growing up in Germany/Austria during World War II's aftermath.
I particularly like that he examines what would drive regular people into violence, rather than portray antagonistic characters. However, I don't find all his films particularly engaging, they sometimes do tend to get lost in his own obsessions over creating a cinematic experience. The White Ribbon, however, is pretty much perfect and one of the finest films this century.
Thank you! Yeah that's why chose these particular films that have different approach violence.
I saw you are writing reviews too, followed you!